"Over the years Harold Paynting has gathered together a marvellous collection of early Melbourne photographs. Many of these are being reproduced this month in his exclusive volume, 'Victoria illustrated 1834-1984' as part of his contribution to the City of Melbourne's sesquicentennial celebrations. In addition, Mr Paynting is now offering the people of Melbourne this delightful souvenir portfolio of our city which is a condensed version of his larger "Victoria illustrated, 1834-1984." -- Eddie Beacham p. [1].